BOCC Meeting August 11, 2026

The Putnam County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) held a meeting on August 11, 2026, covering a range of topics including economic development, tourism marketing, road maintenance issues, and property management. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a fee schedule update to comply with state law, consideration of increasing the tire disposal limit for residents, and the sale of the Crescent City Nursing Home property. The board voted to reject a low bid for the nursing home and directed staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) to engage a real estate agent or firm to better market the property. Additionally, there was discussion about road maintenance responsibilities, particularly regarding private roads and forest service roads, with no county funds to be spent on private roads without agreements. The board also addressed concerns about transparency and governance related to the Fair Authority, requesting legal review of the authority's ability to alter county-owned property without BOCC approval. Budget considerations and potential alternative revenue sources were also discussed in light of upcoming fiscal challenges. Several motions related to procurement and budget were passed, including the approval of the fee schedule and the direction to issue an RFP for property marketing.